Jonny Wilkinson might well make a difference to the England rugby team's hopes of turning round their most dismal spell for years. But new coach Brian Ashton's selection for Saturday's Six-Nation opener against Scotland seems to lack imagination. Posted February 02, 2007 by Yo Mama

The Welsh will look to defend their crown in 2009, carrying momentum and coaching stability into the next year whilst their competitors break in new coaches and still-evolving styles. But this author is putting his money on a rejuvenated England to lead the way. Posted May 08, 2008 by James Mortimer

Late tries cost South Africa victory over the World Cup favourites as New Zealand hit back to open their Tri-Nations campaign on a winning note in Durban. Posted June 25, 2007 by James Hutchison

The Springboks touch down for the Tri-Nations knowing they have to take the toughest scalp of all – New Zealand on their home turf. Posted July 01, 2008 by James Mortimer

The All Blacks may be heading for rugby's Tri-Nations title, but their victory over South Africa suggests there's still a lot of work to be done before the World Cup Posted July 16, 2007 by Scott Donaldson